Job Description

Job Title:Reading ParaprofessionalUnion/Classification:Non-Represented Reports To:Reading InterventionistLocation:Allendale Elementary Weeks/Year:40Position Type:Contracted

The goal of this position is to support students in Kindergarten - 3rd grade in developing reading skills. This role focuses on foundational reading skills through the Science of Reading. The paraprofessional will utilize scripted, evidence-based literacy strategies, under the guidance of coaches, to assess and track student progress.

Role and Responsibilities

1. Conduct small group tutoring sessions with students using scripted, evidence-based literacy strategies provided by the district.
2. Assist children in improving their reading skills and abilities to reach grade level expectations.
3. Assess, with a high level of accuracy, students' continual progress using the designated benchmark and progress monitoring assessments.
4. Provide complete, accurate, and timely documentation of students' weekly progress scores and strategies using the online database provided by the district.
5. Regularly review student data with coaches to gauge the effectiveness of the literacy strategies being used and determine if a change in strategy is necessary.
6. Prepare lesson plans that reflect best practices in the Science of Reading and are responsive to individual learner profiles.
7. Maintain compliance with all district, state, and federal Title I program requirements and documentation.
8. Communicate regularly with the reading interventionist and classroom teachers on student progress.
9. Participate in professional development focused on the Science of Reading and other Foundational Reading Skills.
10. Monitor and redirect students during arrival and dismissal times to ensure the safety of all students.

11. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

1. Successful completion of 60 credit hours or PRAXIS assessment.
2. Experience working with elementary students.
3. Preferred UFLI experience or LETRS training.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:

1. Ability to stand and walk over extended periods of time.
2. Ability to transition students from one location to another throughout the day.
3. Must be able to lift, carry, and transport classroom items.
4. Must be able to use hands to manipulate a variety of instructional materials.
5. The employee must have normal vision and hearing with or without aid.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

The noise level in the work environment will vary and can range from soft to loud. Often the noise level in the work environment will be moderate to loud. The employee is required to interact with students, staff, parents/guardians and occasionally with the public. At times, the employee may be directly responsible for the safety and well-being of students.

Evaluation

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with the requirements of the District and state law.